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Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS)
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About this exam
The Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) is an admissions exam for students applying to Catholic high schools in New York, including schools in the Archdiocese of New York and the Diocese of Brooklyn. It is generally taken by eighth-grade students seeking ninth-grade placement. Schools may consider TACHS results alongside grades, attendance, recommendations, and other application materials, so the exam is one part of the admissions process rather than a guarantee of acceptance.
TACHS preparation commonly covers reading, language, mathematics, and ability or reasoning skills. Reading review should include main ideas and central themes, supporting details and text evidence, inference, conclusions, and vocabulary in context. The exact test procedures and admissions requirements can vary by school and year, so check the official TACHS information for the 2027–2028 cycle and each high school’s admissions guidance. A steady review plan, careful reading, and timed practice can help students build accuracy without rushing.
How to Prepare for the TACHS
- Review reading skills by identifying a passage’s main idea, locating evidence for supporting details, drawing conclusions from what the text says, and using context to determine word meaning.
- Practice mathematics, language, and reasoning questions in timed sessions. After each session, review missed questions and note whether the cause was a concept gap, misreading, or time pressure.
- Use the official TACHS information and target high schools’ admissions pages to confirm current test procedures, registration guidance, and any school-specific requirements for the 2027–2028 cycle.
FAQ
Who takes the TACHS exam?
TACHS is generally taken by eighth-grade students applying for admission to Catholic high schools in New York. Applicants should confirm current eligibility and registration instructions through official TACHS information.
What subjects are on the TACHS?
Preparation typically includes reading, language, mathematics, and ability or reasoning skills. For reading, students should review main ideas, text evidence, inference, conclusions, and vocabulary in context. Check the current official guidance for the cycle’s details.
How do I prepare for the TACHS?
Review the tested skill areas consistently, practice under timed conditions, and analyze incorrect answers to find patterns. Also check the official TACHS guidance and the admissions pages of the high schools you are considering, since requirements and procedures may vary.